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News from November 2024

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Woodford County in week ending Nov. 16?

By Peoria Standard | Nov 22, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Woodford County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Nov. 16, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Mason County taxpayers give $14,376 in County Sales Tax in August

By Peoria Standard | Nov 22, 2024

In August, Mason County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Q2 Recap: 22 parolees from Peoria County convicted of drug crimes set for supervised release

By Peoria Standard | Nov 22, 2024

There were 22 offenders convicted of drug crimes living in Peoria County released on parole during the second quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Peoria Standard.

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Peoria issues alert following sewer overflow into Illinois River

By Peoria Standard | Nov 22, 2024

Rainfall in Peoria has led to a combined sewer overflow into the Illinois River within the past day.

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Veterans resources fair hosted by Rep. Ryan Spain scheduled for December 2

By Peoria Standard | Nov 22, 2024

State Representative Ryan Spain is set to host his second annual Veterans Resources Fair on December 2 at the Bureau County Metro Center in Princeton.

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High school senior gains government insight through internship

By Peoria Standard | Nov 22, 2024

Ethan Cain, a senior at Pekin Community High School, is the focus of this week's Intern Spotlight.

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Illinois House GOP criticizes budget deficit management

By Peoria Standard | Nov 22, 2024

Illinois House Republicans have expressed concern over the Pritzker Administration's announcement of a projected $3.2 billion budget deficit for fiscal year 2026.

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Thanksgiving affects Peoria's trash and recycling schedule

By Peoria Standard | Nov 22, 2024

The City of Peoria has announced changes to the trash, recycling, and yard waste collection schedule due to Thanksgiving.

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Q2 Recap: 2 parolees from Peoria County convicted of financial crimes or fraud set for supervised release

By Peoria Standard | Nov 21, 2024

There were two offenders convicted of financial crimes or fraud living in Peoria County released on parole during the second quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Peoria Standard.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Peoria County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Nov. 16

By Peoria Standard | Nov 21, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Peoria County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Nov. 16, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Q2 Recap: 8 parolees from Tazewell County convicted of drug crimes set for supervised release

By Peoria Standard | Nov 21, 2024

There were eight offenders convicted of drug crimes living in Tazewell County released on parole during the second quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Peoria Standard.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Peoria County in week ending Nov. 16?

By Peoria Standard | Nov 21, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Peoria County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Nov. 16, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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House committee passes bill designating Route 66 as national historic trail

By Peoria Standard | Nov 21, 2024

Yesterday, the House Natural Resources Committee gave unanimous approval to Congressman LaHood's proposed legislation, H.R. 4338 - Route 66 National Historic Trail Designation Act.

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IDOC to hold correctional officer screenings in Rock Falls on December 5

By Peoria Standard | Nov 21, 2024

The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is set to conduct screenings for Correctional Officer Trainee and Correctional Treatment Officer Trainee positions.

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State Representative Ryan Spain: 'As the Madigan trial carries on, I remain committed to strengthening Illinois' ethics laws'

By Peoria Standard | Nov 20, 2024

State Representative Ryan Spain addressed the ongoing trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan in a Facebook post dated November 15.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Woodford County in week ending Nov. 16?

By Peoria Standard | Nov 20, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Woodford County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Nov. 16, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood: 'Senator Marco Rubio will make an excellent Secretary of State'

By Peoria Standard | Nov 20, 2024

U.S. Representative Darin LaHood expressed approval for the appointment of Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State in a Facebook post dated November 15.

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Q2 Recap: 33 parolees from Peoria County convicted of property crimes set for supervised release

By Peoria Standard | Nov 20, 2024

There were 33 offenders convicted of property crimes living in Peoria County released on parole during the second quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Peoria Standard.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Peoria County in week ending Nov. 16?

By Peoria Standard | Nov 20, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Peoria County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Nov. 16, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Peoria County had the cheapest E85 gas in week ending Nov. 16

By Peoria Standard | Nov 20, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Peoria County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Nov. 16, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.